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MTD 440 Thru E459 manual Models 440 Thru E450 Series

Models: 440 Thru E459

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MTD 440 Thru E459 manual Models 440 Thru E450 Series

Contents

Model Series MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIOOperator’s Manual 440 Thru E459CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT TABLE OF CONTENTSFINDING MODEL NUMBER ContentSECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES GENERAL OPERATIONDO NOT SERVICESLOPE OPERATION CHILDRENTo reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow mower to cool at least 5 minutes before storing SECTION 2 SLOPE GAUGE SECTION 4 ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER Disconnecting Spark PlugSECTION 3 UNPACKING Removing Unit From CartonSOFT GRASS BAG Grass Catcher AssemblyAttaching Starter Rope Assemble soft grass bag as followsParts for Hardtop Grass Bag HARDTOP GRASS BAGAssemble hardtop grass bag as follows Optional Chute Deflector Attaching Grass CatcherRemoving the Grass Catcher Attaching Chute DeflectorPrimer SECTION 5 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWERRecoil Starter Blade Control HandleSECTION 6 OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER Charging the BatteryElectric Start Ignition Switch If Equipped Gas And Oil Fill-UpStarting Engine Using Your Lawn MowerAdjusting Cutting Height Stopping EngineSECTION 7 MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER Cleaning MowerEngine Maintenance LubricationBlade Care SECTION 8 SERVICE AND MAKING ADJUSTMENTSBattery Pack Replacement To Remove BladeReplacing Drive Belt Adjusting Drive Clutch ControlIn-line Fuse Electric Start Only NOTE Torque center hex bolt to between 450 and 600 in. lbsAdjusting Cutting Height Adjusting Handle HeightAdjusting Carburetor To tighten cable Adjustment Wheel To loosen cableEngine Storage Of The BatteryMower OtherCORRECTIVE ACTION PROBLEMPOSSIBLE CAUSE SECTION 10 TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDEMANUAL SECTION 11 PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 440 THRU E450 SERIESSEE ENGINE 4442Models 440 Thru E450 Series † If EquippedModels 440 Thru E450 Series Models 440 Thru E450 Series IMPORTANT For a proper working machine, use factory approved partsModels 440 Thru E450 Series 2631Electric Start 8Optional DESCRIPTION Models 440 Thru E450 SeriesDESCRIPTION SECTION 12 ENGINE SHROUDS MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR